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    Thanks!

    I just talked to my former neighbor and they had a similar experience with the vet as I did. They felt he didn't do much physical examination or explanation.
    I did give Scooby a benadryl tablet awhile ago. It seems to help some but not enough. I think I am going to call the regular vet and set up an appointment. I can't afford it but can't afford not to either.
    As I was typing this email I heard a "thunk" noise. It was Scooby trying to get up the stairs and falling. His "weakness" is really getting worse. The sensitivity level has doubled. If it is due to his allergy condition then maybe I can get him some treatment.
    The vet told me he would be "super hypersensitive" but can't something be done? I am going to ask the vet about the predisone and the antibiotics. I was hoping the Frontline would have kicked in first. Sometimes eliminating the flea source helps the most.
    I have also noticed that some kind of "crust" forms on his ears lately. He turns extremely "pink" and warm when he's having a reaction. I give him a benadryl and his ears seem to turn dark colored again and crusty. He's been given baths and his ears washed. Is this crusting a part of his reaction? It's strange. Thanks!!!
    Scooby, Shaggy the "Dogs", Ms. Thang the "Cat" and introducing Measley Weasle "The Ferret".

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    The crusting could be due to a skin fungus and that could very well be his problem!

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